Fresh mint, homemade mint simple syrup and green tea are used to make this crisp and sweet iced tea. You can make just 1 glass or increase the measurements to make a full pitcher to serve!
Mint Infused Iced Tea Ingredients
To make fresh mint iced tea, you need just a few ingredients. Check out the list below to get started.
Green Tea
There’s still actual tea in this recipe, it’s not just a herbal infusion! This will make it caffeinated. Any green tea will work in the recipe. You can even use loose leaf tea or tea bags.
Hot Water
The water temperature for green tea should be under boiling, around 80°C/175°F. Don’t use boiling water or you risk burning the delicate green tea leaves which will result in a bitter tasting cup of tea!
Mint Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is the easiest way to sweeten iced tea since it dissolves nicely. This homemade mint simple syrup is the best way to get an extra refreshing mint flavour, too!
Fresh Mint
A few mint leaves and a sprig of mint are used for garnishing the glass.
Ice Cubes
To make sure the tea stays chill, pouring it over ice is a must!
Easy Mint Iced Tea Recipe
Grab the printable recipe card below for the full directions and measurements!
To Prep:
Steep green tea (loose leaf or tea bags) in hot water for 3 minutes.
Strain the loose leaf tea or remove the tea bags after steeping. Let cool, then cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
While waiting for the green tea to chill, make the homemade mint simple syrup.
To Assemble:
In a glass, add mint simple syrup, ice and 4 fresh mint leaves.
Fill the glass with the chilled green tea. Stir to combine before serving or enjoying.
If desired, garnish the glass with a sprig of mint. Cheers!
Tips & Tricks
- For the best tasting tea, follow the proper steeping guidelines and water temperature for green tea.
- Use fresh mint only, not dried. Fresh will give the strongest cool-mint flavour.
- Crush or muddle the mint leaves prior to adding them to the glass to release their oils and create more flavour.
- Store any leftover mint iced tea in the fridge or you can also freeze it in ice cube trays to make mint infused ice cubes.
Variations
You can play around with this recipe and add other ingredients, if desired. Here are some ideas:
- For a fruit combination, use strawberry simple syrup instead of mint simple syrup or sliced strawberries in place of the mint leaves.
- Top the iced tea with sparkling water or club soda for a non-alcoholic drink.
- Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon slices for a citrus flavour that pairs wonderfully with mint.
Mint Iced Tea
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons loose leaf green tea or 2 tea bags
- ¾ cup hot water under boiling (80°C/175°F)
- 3 tablespoons mint simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves and sprig, for garnish
- ice
Instructions
- Steep green tea (loose leaf or tea bags) in hot water for 3 minutes.
- 2. Strain the loose leaf tea or remove the tea bags after steeping. Let cool, then cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour. You can make homemade mint simple syrup during this wait.
To assemble the mint iced tea:
- In a glass, add mint simple syrup, ice and 4 fresh mint leaves. Crush or muddle the mint leaves before adding them to the glass. This will help them release their oils and be more flavourful.
- Fill the glass with the chilled green tea. Stir to combine before serving or enjoying. If desired, garnish the glass with a sprig of mint.
Notes
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